2019 Outstanding Business Awards

August 20, 2019August 20, 2019 margchapple Business Awards, Events

Close to 270 attended the MBCA Outstanding Business Awards for 2019 in the Civic & Arts Centre Millicent on Sat August 10th. This year we had 181 nominations and 101 nominees. Chairperson Lee Morgan introduced comedian Tim Rochow to warm up the crowd and act as master of ceremonies for the night. Lee then welcomed everyone and thanked all the sponsors that make the event possible.

Winners of the awards were

Construction/Trades/manufacturing : Graham & Julie Reilly Builders

Hospitality/Tourism : New Heaven Indian Restaurant with Merit awards to The Somerset Hotel and The Shearers Cook Cafe

Service Award : Millicent Veterinary Clinic with a Merit award to Hands with Heart Massage

Retail Award: Fosters Foodland

Agriculture/Horticulture/Viticulture Award: Mayura Station

Employee of the Year: Fiona Thompson from Resthaven Limestone Coast with Merit awards to David Tully from Millicent Hospital and Michelle Skeer from South East Property Sales & Management

Young Employee of the Year: Brandon Jones from IGA with a Merit award to Sally Sapiatzer

Community Spirit Award was won by McCourts Garden Centre

The highlight of the night was when 2 joint winners were inducted into the Hall of Fame: Laura & Vicki Hair designers and Pierinas Hair & Body Concept. Both received a standing ovation.

Once again we had amazing support from 19 sponsors. The Major sponsors were The South Eastern Times, Radio5THEfm and Wattle Range Council. Other sponsors were NBC Financial Services, KA McMillan Design & Drafting, The Somerset Hotel, The Medical Clinic Millicent South East Property Sales & Management, Win TV, Komma Media, Steve Chapple photography, Cockys signs, Fosters Foodland, Millicent Rotary and Mayor Des Noll. Decorations were provided as sponsorship by Millicent Florist, McCourts Garden Centre, Banner Mitre 10 and Andrew Leslie.

Tasting boxes were supplied on each table by The Shearers Cook Cafe. Supper was provided by the following MBCA members. The Somerset Hotel, The Grand Hotel, Woolworths, Acky’s Takeaway, New Heaven Indian Restaurant and Andy’s Bakery.

After the awards JB & Crowey entertained the crowd and there was plenty of action on the dance floor.

Business at Sunset:Bank SA

July 1, 2019August 20, 2019 margchapple Business at Sunset, Events

The MBCA was hosted by Bank SA on June 23rd for a Business at Sunset. We were shown the technology that the bank uses with video link ups and told about different services they provide. An informative evening was enjoyed by all.

Business at Sunset : Australia Post

December 6, 2018May 15, 2020 margchapple Business at Sunset, Events

On Thursday 6th Dec MBCA members attended a Business at Sunset at the Millicent Post office. Joanne Leyden and her staff gave members an informative tour behind the scenes at the Post Office.

Millicent Lights Up 2018

November 24, 2018August 20, 2019 margchapple Events, Lights up event

The MBCA were pleased to host another Lights Up event on Sat 24th November at the Millicent Rotunda where there was lots of entertainment for the children and Father Christmas paid us a visit and handed out bags of lollies to the children.

The event was funded by the MBCA with support from Wattle Range Council. Fosters Foodland donated the bags of lollies for the children.

Millicent Lions Club, The Lioness Club, Millicent Rotary and McArthur Park kindergarten had food stalls, while the Girl Guides and Centacare provided games for the children. Putt Putt, Jumping Castle, Naracoorte Apex train and face painters kept the children amused.

The IMAG group town piano also was at the rotunda with Shari Noll, Caitlyn Altswhager and Drew Baker sharing their musical talent.

Once again Julianne McDuff from Mainly Music entertained the young ones with some songs and Nathan McDuff worked the sound system.

The Rotunda lights were turned on at dusk.

The MBCA are proud of this event and with the support from council look forward to growing the event each year.

Business at Sunset : The Shearers Cook Café

September 27, 2018August 20, 2019 margchapple Business at Sunset, Events

Another successful Business at Sunset was held on Sept 27th at The Shearers Cook Café where Melissa Armfield showcased her business and shared some of her highlights and dreams.